Introduction to Handbuilding

Explore the basics of handbuilding and create your own imaginative clay piece in this introduction to handbuilding class. In two hours you’ll get a taster of key techniques including pinching and coiling, alongside ways to decorate your work using texture, carving, mark-making and coloured slip. During the session, you’ll experiment with form and surface decoration, getting a feel for clay, understanding how it behaves and enjoying the creative process. Suitable for complete beginners or those looking for a refresher.

All materials are included in the class fee, if would like your pieces finished for you we charge a small additional fee of £5 per item for glazing and two firings, plus £5 postage if needed which can be paid for in the cafe after the class. Your pieces will be ready for collection or postage eight weeks after the class.

We supply aprons but please wear clothing that you don't mind getting dirty! This class is suitable for ages 14+ and for a maximum of six people, we will let you know with as much notice in advance of any changes to the date or time of this class. Please note that the last 10 minutes of this class will be for the tidy-up of your workstation.

If you wish to buy this for someone else you can either notify us via email after purchase or otherwise you can purchase a digital gift card which can be used online to book any event, workshop, skate pass or purchase from the online shop.

Cancellations

You have 14 days from booking this class in which to cancel and receive a full refund or re-schedule, if you have booked last minute and there are less than 14 days before the date of the class no refund of exchange will be offered, but you can transfer the booking to a person of your choice to take your place.

Participants must be in a sound physical condition and able to sit or stand at a workbench. By booking, you confirm that you are fit to take part.